Frederick Douglass - The Lion Who Wrote History

"The go-to Frederick Douglass biography for younger students" ( Booklist starred review). In this powerful picture book biography, New York Times bestselling author Walter Dean Myers and acclaimed artist Floyd Cooper take readers on an inspiring journey through the life of Frederick Douglass. Frederick Douglass was born into slavery in the South, taught himself to read, and grew up to become an icon. He was a leader of the abolitionist movement, a celebrated writer, an esteemed speaker, and a social reformer, proving that "once you learn to read, you will be forever free." The story of one of America''s most revered figures is brought to life by the text of award-winning author Walter Dean Myers and the sweeping, lush illustrations of artist Floyd Cooper. This picture book biography draws on Frederick Douglass''s autobiographies and includes a timeline, making it an excellent source for reports. "A stirring testament to the power of words and daring action to create change" ( Publishers Weekly starred review).

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"Focused, informative writing and strong, effective illustrations combine to make this the go-to Frederick Douglass biography for younger students." Booklist (starred review)

Product details

• Authors: Floyd Cooper, Walter D. Myers, Walter Dean Myers, Walter Dean/ Cooper Myers
• Assisted by: Floyd Cooper (Illustration)
• Publisher: Quill Tree Books
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 8
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.01.2017
• EAN: 9780060277093
• ISBN: 978-0-06-027709-3
• No. of pages: 40
• Dimensions: 234 mm x 315 mm x 5 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics; JUVENILE NONFICTION: Biography & Autobiography / Women, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Activity Books / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION: History / United States / State & Local, JUVENILE NONFICTION: LGBTQ+, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Family / New Baby, JUVENILE NONFICTION: Biography & Autobiography / LGBTQ+, JUVENILE NONFICTION: African American & Black